Moving

Moving

Moving Checklist

Before You Move

  • Notify post office, charge accounts, credit card companies, utility companies, past employer (for tax return purposes), subscriptions, family and friends, etc. of address change
  • Close out local bank accounts and set up new bank account, if necessary
  • Notify insurance companies of new location for coverage
  • Obtain school records, legal records and other important documents
  • Obtain medical records and history, transfer prescriptions, and research/request referrals for doctors,  dentists, specialists, etc. in new town
  • Use up perishables, defrost freezer, clean refrigerator
  • Prepare large appliances and rugs for proper moving
  • Disconnect utilities and get refunds for any deposits made
  • Notify and register children in new school
  • Request a relocation package from your REALTOR® or the city’s Chamber of Commerce

On Moving Day

  • Double check rooms, closets, and cabinets for possible items left behind
  • Make sure children have books and games to keep entertained during travel
  • Prepare pets for transportation
  • Carry jewelry and important documents on your person
  • Leave all old keys needed for new tenant with your REALTOR®

At Your New Address

  • Check on utility services – gas, electric, water, telephone, etc.
  • If relocating to new state, register car within 5 days of arrival and apply for state driver’s license
  • If staying within state, obtain a driver’s license with your new address on it
  • Register children in school if you haven’t done so already
  • Set up new patient appointments with doctors, dentist, etc.
  • Explore your neighborhood!
Moving

Helping You Relocate

Relocating to a new state, or even just a new neighborhood, is exciting AND can also be quite stressful. Moving by yourself or moving the entire family entails many details like finding good doctors, or schools, and even a local gym.

We understand all the pieces involved and want to help. Let us take the guess work out of the process and help put together a package that relates to your lifestyle….your needs.

Let us help you put together a relocation package together built specifically for your needs.  Just fill out the form to get started!

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